The Middle East over the past 24 hours.

Herewith a brief note from the Nedgroup Investments multi-manager team providing an update on developments in the Middle East over the past 24 hours.

Over Coffee Market & Economic Commentary | February 2026

INVESTING | National Treasury announced in the February budget an increase to the contribution limit for TFSA from R36 000 to R46 000 p.a. JSE | The ALSI delivered its 12th consecutive positive month in February 2026. BUDGET | For the first time in 17 years, South...

Budget Speech Highlights: How this affects you

On 25 February 2026, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the National Budget Speech. This year’s budget included several positive developments for investors. The focus remained on encouraging long-term saving and financial security, with a number of tax...

Over Coffee Market & Economic Commentary | January 2026

BUDGET | December posted a R38.4bn surplus, beating expectations and reinforcing improving FY25/26 fiscal momentum. The Rand | The currency strengthened through R16/$, its f irmest level since 2022. Inflation | Core CPI rose to 3.3% in December, the highest reading...